Generations at Work 008: Understanding the Emerging Generation (Part 2) with David Yeager
May 6, 2025
Dr. David Yeager, a psychological scientist and author of the influential book 10 to 25, shares his insights on motivating younger generations in the workplace. He discusses the crucial differences between growth and fixed mindsets, advocating for the mentor mindset that balances high standards with support. Yeager critiques common leadership pitfalls and emphasizes practices like transparency and collaborative problem-solving. With actionable strategies, he encourages leaders to treat young workers seriously and embrace the power of effort and resilience.
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True Meaning Of Growth Mindset
- Growth mindset means believing change is possible and you can do something to make it happen.
- A fixed mindset leads to pessimism and reduced effort because people see abilities as immutable.
Pair High Standards With High Support
- Combine high standards with high support instead of choosing one or the other.
- Add support if you enforce standards and add standards if you primarily protect people.
Uri Treisman's Rigor With Flexibility
- Uri Treisman used Harvard-level exams for public university freshmen but provided all kinds of supports like all-nighter study sessions.
- He kept outcome rigor while offering logistical flexibility so students could meet high standards.
